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Philadelphia man with monkeypox shares story, as cases climb across Delaware Valley - WPVI-TV

Philadelphia man with monkeypox shares story, as cases climb across Delaware Valley - WPVI-TV

Philadelphia man with monkeypox shares story, as cases climb across Delaware Valley - WPVI-TV
Aug 04, 2022 34 secs

Larry Jackson III said after multiple doctor visits he recently found out he had monkeypox.

Larry Jackson III, 29, of North Philadelphia, said after multiple doctor visits he recently found out he had monkeypox.

He said it's been a painful fight for days.

As of August 1, Philadelphia has had 82 confirmed monkeypox cases, according to the Philadelphia Department of Public Health.

He said it's important to monitor symptoms.

He added if you've been exposed, but don't have symptoms, "You don't have to quarantine, but contact the department of health, especially if you know the other person has monkeypox because you might be eligible for a vaccine.".

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